Eurovision parties

Some people think Eurovision is really bad.  Other people think it's so bad it's good.  But even for those who can't appreciate its entertainment value, Eurovision parties offer the chance to wear the most extraordinary and outrageous outfits.

Eurovision 2008 was in Belgrade, Serbia.  It was won by Russia which means that Russia will host Eurovision 2009.

Read on for costume and decorations suggestions, and some Eurovision party tips.

Eurovision Costumes

Costumes can involve a complete outfit including shoes, or simply a wig, feather boa, or stage makeup.  A cape could come in handy for an attention-grabbing costume reveal.

Eurovision costumes can be from any year since the first contest in 1956, so you might find inspiration in our party theme pages for the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s.

You could also dress as a country, as a presenter (works well for a male and female couple), or as Terry Wogan.

• Costume Box - adults and kids party costumes. All costumes displayed are in stock and most costumes are dispatched within 24 hours. Based in Sydney.
   
• Australia's Online Party Costumes Superstore - costumes, masks, and novelties delivered to your door anywhere in Australia, including boas, glasses, gloves, pantyhose, and wigs.
   
• Oztion is an Australian online auction site - sellers have lots of hard to find outfits and accessories at great prices.

Eurovision Party Decorations

Eurovision is known for its fabulous stage and lighting displays, preferably involving smoke machines and lots of pyrotechnics.  You can dress up your venue with wall decorations and party light machines.

Wall decorations could include European maps and flags or pictures of past Eurovision entrants like Abba or Cliff Richard.

Disco balls, mirror balls and lava lamps will set the mood.

• Latest Buy for Audio and Visual equipment including disco and strobe lights, lava lamps, smoke machines and bubble machines.  Ships from Western Australia.
   
• Coolthings in Tasmania have lots of glowing things like fibre-optic lamps, colour-morphing objects, and party lights.
    
• Party Products Australia - your one-stop shop for party supplies, based in Brisbane, Queensland. Check out the disco theme for Eurovision scene-setting decorations.
   
• Oztion is an Australian online auction site - sellers have lots of cheap and unusual party decorations.
  

Eurovision Party Games and Ideas

If watching the telecast itself is not enough, here are a few Eurovision party suggestions:

• Some people will want to watch the telecast.  Others won't.  Be prepared for your party separating into two or more groups.
• Have a sweepstakes - sell tickets for $1 each and award the money to the place winners. 
• Drinking games (but remember to drink responsibly) - take a drink for every bad pun from the presenters, strange English lyrics, costume reveals, and so on.
• Give a prize for the best (or worst) costume.
• Have a couple of extra wigs or other "communal" Eurovision wardrobe items on hand for anyone who forgot to dress up.  These can result in great photos as party-goers become more relaxed.
• Food: "European" food that is easy to eat with one hand is best, like French cheeses and German sausages.  If you can find a food to represent the host country, even better.

More Adult party ideas at Themes4Parties.com.au

• Catering catering supplies, balloon decorations and much more
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• Entertainers hire an MC or entertainer for special events and functions
• Venues
• Games to help get your party guests talking and laughing with each other
• Transport limos and other transport for you and your guests